Formlabs Form 3
SLA 3D Printer
resins of varied properties
volume: 5.7" L x 5.7" W x "6.9" H
| Machine Title | Form 3 |
| Safety | Gloves must be worn while handling resin and uncleaned parts |
| Machine Purpose | 3D printing utlizing SLA printing technologies |
| Training necessary | Individual Training Session with Shop Staff |
| Material Limitations | Formlab or compatible Resin |
| Working Dimensions | 5.7" L x 5.7 W " × 6.9" H
0.001, 0.002, 0.004 inches layer thicknesses |
| Accessories | Rinse tanks, UV cure box |
| Software or File Type |
PreForm
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| To pay for material go to: | mhub.makeros.com |
Quick guide:
- Download Preform
- Open .stl file in preform
- Select printer and material (this printer is FranticDassie) IP: 10.11.1.249
- Orient part and generate supports (If you are unsure of optimal orientation use One-Click-Print)
- Look at material usage on the right side in mLs
- Go to mhub.makeros.com start a project and upload the 1mL cube file you can download below
- Go to the project then, under the files tab, click View on the cube file
- Select Formlabs SLA, then, select the material. Be sure to click on the color
- Set the quantity to the closest number in milliliters as seen in Preform.
- Click save then Go to Billing
- Under the billing, tab add the item to your invoice then select create invoice
- Click on the auto-generated invoice at the bottom of the billing page and pay the invoice with your credit card.
- Go back to Preform and click the orange print button on the right side of the screen (this will send the file to the printer)
- Once at the printer insert the correct material cartridge and build tank
- Check that the build platform is clean and inserted correctly if not clean with isopropyl making sure it is dry then insert fully being sure to lock the release lever down
- Start your print
- Once print is complete remove build tray and place in the wash station for 15 minutes. Note: wash station is NOT isopropyl
- Once wash is complete use blue tray to take print and platform to sink
- Rinse with water for 5 minutes
- Remove part from build platform carefully with a scraper
- If part remains tacky rinse part in isopropyl bath located near the printer
- Look at curing datasheet downloadable below to see if the material requires a post cure if so use the cure station located next to the wash station
- Enjoy your finished part
Other Notes:
Minimum Supported Wall Thickness: Recommended: 0.4 m
Minimum Unsupported Wall Thickness: Recommended: 0.6 mm
Maximum Unsupported Overhang Length: Recommended: 1.0 mm
Minimum Unsupported Overhang Angle: Recommended: 19° from level
Maximum Horizontal Support Span/Bridge: Recommended: 21 mm
Minimum Vertical-Wire Diameter: Recommended: 0.3 mm (7 mm tall) to 1.5 mm (30 mm tall)
Minimum Embossed Detail: Recommended: 0.1 mm
Minimum Engraved Detail: Recommended: 0.4 mm
Minimum Clearance: Recommended: 0.5 mm
Minimum Hole Diameter: Recommended: 0.5 mm
Minimum Drain Hole Diameter: Recommended: 3.5 mm diameter